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Molly Delzio

Graduate Student, Social and Personality Psychology
Human-Animal Bond Lab
Faculty Advisor: Kerri Rodriguez
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delzio@arizona.edu
Pronouns:
She, Her, Hers

I am a PhD student in the Human-Animal Bond Lab, where I study the therapeutic impact of animal-assisted interventions for trauma. Drawing on my background as a clinical research coordinator at the VA, my work focuses on advancing the evidence base for psychiatric service dogs as a complementary intervention for veterans with PTSD. 

Research Interests:

  • Production of rigorous, accessible research that informs clinical practice and public policy
  • Ensuring animal-assisted interventions are recognized and supported as meaningful options for promoting wellbeing and facilitating trauma recovery. 

Selected Publications:

  • The Effect of Dogs on Acute Stress Reactivity: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis - University of Arizona Psychology Graduate Student Data Blitz (2025)

Master's Project:

  • Animal-Assisted Interventions for Trauma: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (2026)

Awards & Recognitions:

  • Social & Personality Program Graduate Awards (2026)

Updated: 04/27/26

Degrees

  • B.S. Psychology